Communication and Media Studies

Non-credential program · Walden University · Minneapolis, MN

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$68,442Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the non-credential program program in Communication and Media Studies at Walden University earn a median of $68,442. Nationally, non-credential program graduates in this field earn a median of $54,768 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,918–$79,466).

Other programs at Walden University

Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralDoctoral degree$125,626
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingDoctoral degree$124,133
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree$109,614
Business Administration, Management and OperationsDoctoral degree$95,542
Public HealthDoctoral degree$93,548
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralDoctoral degree$90,656
Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesDoctoral degree$90,544
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree$88,877
Social WorkDoctoral degree$83,189
Education, GeneralDoctoral degree$81,873
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsDoctoral degree$79,647
Public AdministrationDoctoral degree$79,042
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralMaster's degree$78,040
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree$77,690
Management Information Systems and ServicesMaster's degree$76,732
Medical Illustration and InformaticsMaster's degree$75,902
Human Services, GeneralDoctoral degree$75,677
Curriculum and InstructionMaster's degree$69,999
Education, GeneralGraduate certificate$69,459
Psychology, GeneralDoctoral degree$69,107

Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication and Media Studies graduates from Walden University make?

The median salary is $68,442.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.